Author: Patrick Bradley
9 Fresh Approaches to Innovation That Can Change Everything
by Carey Nieuwhof: So you think of yourself as an innovative leader. You just wish your church or the organization you’re a part of valued innovation more. How do you change the innovation game where you work? I was recently at a two-day event in Silicon Valley that featured speakers […]
7 Principles to Lead as Jesus Led
By Ed Stetzer: Jesus did not come to be your leadership guru. He came to die on the cross, for your sin, and in your place. Yet, he did lead. And we can learn from how he led. If we look closely, we see that his leadership was wrapped in […]
Reflections on Sutherland Springs
by New Life Christian Church: It is unfortunate that mass shootings have become more common than any of us could ever have imagined. It has a lot of us questioning and wondering many things, including Stan Rodda. Stan is the Campus Pastor at our Linton Hall Campus. He has a wonderful reflection […]
Episode 228: What to Look for in a Facility
by NewChurches.com: What kinds of things should you look for in a facility? In Episode 228 of the NewChurches Q&A Podcast, Daniel and Ed discuss facility options when launching a multisite campus. Here’s David with today’s question: We want to launch a multisite campus. What are things to look for, and […]
How to Cast the Vision for Discipleship
by Craig Etheredge: Once your have chosen the persons God is leading you to disciple, approach them and ask if they would begin meeting with you and a few others for the purpose of spiritual growth. How does one have that conversation with a potential disciple? The best example is Jesus, […]
Connecting New People Who Come to Your Church
by Carey Nieuwhof: Christine Birch has been part of three large churches in both Canada and the US. How do you connect people in a large church and how do you connect them at your church? Christine shares her experiences on both sides of the border as they apply to […]
New Release – Together: A Guide for Couples Doing Ministry Together
by Greg Ligon: Being a couple in ministry is a daunting and difficult task. Many couples find that ministry is all-encompassing, time with your spouse is hard to prioritize, the pressure is overwhelming and balance seems impossible. It’s a unique calling with unique challenges and often comes with less-than-adequate preparation, […]
Church Planting and Differentiation
by Ralph Moore: Every new business needs to differentiate itself from all others. Else, why the need for a new business? Church planting necessitates differentiation. These days, being different may open otherwise hostile hearts and minds. We face a rising generation more interested in healing hurts and sustaining resources than they […]
11 Ways To Make Christmas Your Best Outreach of the Year
by Carey Nieuwhof: Any idea what the best outreach opportunity of the year at your church might be? You might think it’s an event you do, or perhaps it’s Easter. But whether Christmas has historically been your best opportunity to reach unchurched people or not, I believe it could be. You […]
How to Choose Disciples Wisely
by Craig Etheredge: Making disciples begins with people, but the question is who? This is a crucial question, because you may never have invested your life into another person or you may not be sure how to get started. If either of those is you, don’t worry. God is preparing you […]